Your dog\u2019s environment is not as natural as it used to be. He\u2019s exposed to countless chemicals and toxins daily. Knowing natural ways to counteract the harmful effects of pollutants can help. Here are three powerful natural cleansing herbs for your dog to help detoxify and nourish.<\/p>\n
Burdock root, or Arctium lappa<\/em>, is a common weed plant that\u2019s full of fiber and nutrients<\/strong> that help keep your dog\u2019s body running smoothly. People have been using it for hundreds of years to cleanse toxins through the skin and liver.<\/p>\n All detoxification pathways stem from the liver, including the skin. Burdock root supports the release of toxins and metabolic waste<\/strong> through the liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system. This makes burdock root an excellent herb to use when transitioning your dog to a raw food diet.<\/p>\n Burdock root contains the prebiotic inulin, which feeds the good bacteria<\/strong> in the gut. Maintaining these helpful bacteria keeps your dog\u2019s immune system strong. It also contains glucoside-Lappin, which helps relieve constipation, diarrhea, and poor appetite. Burdock root also helps fat digestion by stimulating bile release from the gall bladder.<\/p>\n Burdock root contains quercetin. This is a well-researched flavonoid that helps prevent cell damage and chronic diseases like asthma and arthritis. It prevents and reduces inflammation<\/strong> by stopping enzymes the body uses to produce inflammation. <\/p>\n Burdock root stimulates blood circulation to the surface of the skin, which helps your dog heal faster. You can use burdock root whether your dog has flaky or oily skin, as it\u2019s good for a variety of skin conditions. It\u2019s also a great holistic option for treating dermal mast cell tumors.<\/p>\n The lignans and flavonoids in burdock root reduce the damage caused by free radicals and pollutants at the cellular level. These may also slow down tumor growth and can prevent lipomas.<\/p>\n You can buy teas, powders, tinctures, capsules, and even natural root. Burdock root doesn\u2019t taste very good to dogs, so a decoction<\/strong> is a good choice:<\/p>\n Chlorella is a type of microalgae, which is a single-celled organism that grows in water. It is technically not an herb and is available in powder form to add to your dog\u2019s diet.<\/p>\n Here are some reasons to add chlorella to your dog\u2019s diet. <\/p>\n Your dog may encounter heavy metals from pesticides, vaccines, processed pet food, environmental pollution, and flea or tick medications. Chlorella binds to and removes these toxins from your dog\u2019s body. Studies have shown chlorella to reduce blood levels of lead and mercury in mice. It also improved E.coli resistance in rats. <\/p>\n Chlorella fights unstable free radicals that cause damage to cells through oxidation. Free radicals lead to inflammation and issues like premature aging, arthritis, cancer<\/strong>, and more. One study of beagles with dermatitis showed that giving chlorella powder with food over four weeks reduced inflammation.<\/p>\n A plant pigment called chlorophyll is thought to prevent and treat bad breath. Besides this, it may also improve your dog\u2019s skin and coat<\/strong>, help his eye health, slow down the aging process, and help his digestion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Quality can vary among brands of chlorella, so make sure to do your research. When possible, you want to choose a product that contains Chlorella pyrenoidosa<\/em> species. <\/p>\n Add 50 mg per 25 lbs of body weight one to two times daily to your dog\u2019s food. If your dog is getting treatment for a specific condition and needs a boost to his immune system, you can double the dosage. <\/p>\n The benefits of this valuable weed for both people and animals have been well-researched in the past few years. You can use every part of this plant<\/strong>, including the stem, flower, leaves, and root.<\/p>\n These are a few of the ways dandelion can help your dog. <\/p>\n The leaves of dandelion contain vitamin A, C, K, D, and B<\/strong> complex. They also offer important minerals such as zinc, iron, manganese, and calcium. On top of all this goodness, dandelion also contains protein<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Dandelion is good<\/strong> for managing diabetes<\/strong>, due to its ability to reduce blood sugar levels and improve sensitivity to insulin. If your dog\u2019s diabetic, discuss the possibility of using dandelion in his diet with your holistic veterinarian. You may need to adjust his blood sugar medications.<\/p>\n When used topically as a tea or tincture, dandelion can protect against infection. Dandelion also contains polyphenols, flavonoids, and terpenoids, which all help fight inflammation<\/strong>. The leaves and flowers are also high in antioxidants. These fight chronic disease and premature aging.<\/p>\n The root of dandelion stimulates bile production and improves liver circulation. This aids the removal of toxins from the body. This also helps break down fats and reduce inflammation. This ability to eliminate toxins prevents lipomas.<\/p>\n Swollen body areas, diabetes, and gallbladder or kidney disease can all cause your dog to retain too much fluid in the body. You can use dandelion leaves as a diuretic when your dog is suffering from conditions that cause fluid retention. Unlike pharmaceutical diuretics, dandelion provides potassium<\/strong> that replaces what your dog loses through urination.<\/p>\n Dandelion roots, leaves or flowers are all useful. Use them fresh, dried or brewed as a tea or tonic.<\/p>\n Fresh leaves:<\/strong> Add flowers or a few torn leaves to your dog\u2019s meal. A leaf or 2 for small dogs, more for larger dogs. Or you can blend leaves in a blender with some water, or saut\u00e9e in some pastured butter and add to his meal.<\/p>\n Dried leaves or root: <\/strong>Crumble dried herb or chopped root onto your dog\u2019s meal. You\u2019ll need 1 tsp per 20 pounds body weight.<\/p>\n Dandelion tea:<\/strong><\/p>\n Caution: Since dandelion is a diuretic, make sure your dog has ample opportunity to get outside for a pee during the day.<\/em><\/p>\n Now you know a few ways to resolve a variety of issues your dog may be facing. Give these natural disease-fighters a try.<\/p>\n ,<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Your dog\u2019s environment is not as natural as it used to be. He\u2019s exposed to countless chemicals and toxins daily. 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Cleanses The Liver And Detoxifies The Blood<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Strengthens The Digestive System<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory And Antibacterial<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Promotes Healthy Skin<\/strong><\/h4>\n
May Help Dogs With Cancer<\/strong><\/h4>\n
How To Give Your Dog Burdock Root<\/h3>\n
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2. Chlorella<\/h2>\n
Benefits Of Chlorella For Dogs<\/h3>\n
Helps Remove Toxins From Your Dog\u2019s Blood<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Antioxidant And Anti-inflammatory<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Helps Reduce Bad Breath<\/strong><\/h4>\n
How To Give Your Dog Chlorella<\/h3>\n
3. Dandelion<\/h2>\n
Benefits Of Dandelion For Dogs<\/h3>\n
Rich In Essential Nutrients<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Helps Control Blood Sugar<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Antimicrobial, Anti-Inflammatory And Antioxidant<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Improves Liver Function<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Reduces Fluid Retention<\/strong><\/h4>\n
How To Give Your Dog Dandelion<\/h3>\n
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